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Lean Agile Coach/ Program Manager

The Norland Group
Oakland, CA Full Time
POSTED ON 12/13/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 2/12/2026
We are seeking an experienced Lean Agile Coach with some hands-on experience in Program Management. This resource will have proven expertise in leadership coaching and organizational transformation. This role requires a self-starter who thrives in dynamic environments, can influence at all levels of the organization, and is comfortable creating and delivering executive-level presentations. The ideal candidate will combine deep knowledge of Lean Agile principles with exceptional communication and Program Management skills to guide leaders and teams toward sustainable agility. Key ResponsibilitiesPartner with executives, senior leaders, and teams to embed Lean Agile practices across the organization.Provide leadership coaching to help leaders adopt lean principles and mindsets to foster high-performing cultures.Design and deliver executive-level presentations that clearly articulate transformation strategies, progress, and outcomes.Facilitate Lean Agile maturity assessments and develop tailored coaching roadmaps to improve team performance, delivery flow, and collaboration. Facilitate workshops, training sessions, and coaching engagements to build organizational capability.Act as a change agent, challenging existing practices and enabling continuous improvement.Collaborate with cross-functional teams to align business goals with Lean Agile delivery practices.Lead Value Stream Management initiatives, helping the organization identify, optimize, and measure end-to-end value delivery.Guide teams through structured problem-solving using the Lean Playbook, ensuring issues are addressed systematically and solutions are sustainable.Measure and report on transformation progress, ensuring transparency and accountability.Lead and coordinate complex IT programs and projects to ensure alignment with business and technology strategies, managing interdependencies, resources, and timely delivery of high-impact initiatives.  Minimum QualificationsStrong background in Lean, Agile, and organizational change management. (minimum 5 years’ experience needed)Demonstrated experience in leadership coaching at senior and executive levels.Proven ability to influence and communicate effectively across diverse audiences.Excellent presentation skills with experience delivering to executive stakeholders.Hands-on experience with Value Stream Mapping and Management.Familiarity with Lean Playbook techniques for complex-based problem-solving.Self-starter with the ability to work independently and drive initiatives forward. Desired AttributesStrategic thinker with the ability to connect Lean Agile practices to business outcomes.Empathetic communicator who builds trust and credibility quickly.Comfortable navigating ambiguity and driving clarity in complex environments.Passionate about continuous improvement and organizational learning.Certifications such as SPC, ICAgile, SAFe, LeSS, or Scrum@Scale are a plus. Company DescriptionAbout us:The Norland Group has been in operation successfully since 1996. We are a strong believer of people management, professionalism and accountability. We only make promises when we are certain we can fulfill them. Our business focuses on fulfilling the needs of commercial and government customers in administrative services, workforce mobilization, information technology, engineering, project management services.Our Mission StatementOur main goal is to provide career advancement opportunities to our associates. We are committed to bringing our customers exceptional support services with the highest quality, integrity, and innovation. We believe that we are the stepping stone for our associates to advance their careers and to live a better life. Everyone should have a chance to live a successful and happy life. We operate our business based on those values and we choose employees who value the same principles.

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